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The Local Maximum with Max Sklar

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Join Max Sklar and guests in this podcast about AI, technology, and society. Email localmaxradio@gmail.com for questions and feedback. Show notes page on the website: www.localmaxradio.com localmaximum.substack.com

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Author, entrepreneur, and AI professor Graham Morehead joins the Local Maximum to talk about Artificial Thought and human potential working with AI in his book, “The Shape of Thought”

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The Local Maximum returns from a hiatus with today’s interview of James Barnes, founder of Autobiographer, and AI-based app developed at Betaworks that helps you tell your own story.

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Recent Guests

Graham Morehead
CEO of Pangeon and author of The Shape of Thought, he teaches AI and machine learning at Gonzaga.
Pangeon
Episode: Ep. 327 - The Shape of Thought
James Barnes
Founder and CEO of Autobiographer
Autobiographer
Episode: Ep. 326 - James Barnes, The Autobiographer
Eric Daimler
Co-founder and CEO of conexus, focusing on data exchange and AI reliability
conexus
Episode: Ep. 325 - Eric Daimler: Perspectives on AI
Anne Freund
Co-founder and CEO of Wilco
Wilco
Episode: Ep. 322 - Coding in the Age of AI
Itamar Friedman
CEO and co-founder of codium.ai
codium.ai
Episode: Ep. 321 - Exploring AI with Itamar Friedman
Tiffany Grossman
Marketing specialist and co-host of the Spill the T podcast
Episode: Insightful Conversations with Tiffany Grossman
Isaac Brodsky
Co-founder of Fused.io, previous engineer at Uber, and founder of Unfolded.ai
Fused.io
Episode: Ep. 318 - Geospatial Visualization with Isaac Brodsky of Fused.io
Ori Keren
Co-founder and CEO of Linear B
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Episode: Ep. 313 - Ori Keren: Software, Sports, and LinearB
Michael Callahan
Host of the podcast Where We Go Next
Where We Go Next
Episode: Ep. 311 - Where We Go Next

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Max Sklar
Host of discussions centered around AI and technological advancements, fostering thoughtful dialogues with industry experts and exploring the societal implications of these technologies.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 73 ratings
  • Very informative content!

    The Local Max Radio focus on the latest technology trend, and society. His insights are very valuable, up to date, and very relevant. Highly recommended.

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    Norlando H. Cosico
    Philippines3 years ago
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    What a great rpisode!

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    phuque nicknames
    United States5 years ago
  • I really enjoyed this podcast it's a great mix of current events data science and mathematics both low-level and high-level

    Podcast Addict
    5
    mbocrowley
    5 years ago
  • Show notes are lacking

    Episode 131 mentions a podcast that sounds interesting, but there is no link in the show notes. Come on .. you can do better.

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    mikekintx
    United States5 years ago
  • Just Subscribe Already!

    If you're committed to growing as a professional, boy have I got a podcast for you! The Local Maximum is easily the best podcast I've discovered in at least 5 years. Max's insights help you develop the mental models necessary for success in a world of algorithms and seeming uncertainty. While the show is not focused on a single programming language or software, you will not find a better "sherpa" for the journey into backend development thinking. 5-Stars for Max!!

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    James Hahn II
    United States6 years ago

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Ep. 327 - The Shape of Thought
Q: What human endeavors are you optimistic about in being able to leverage AI into the future?
Every industry that we care about is going to be made better by AI, including transformations in hospitals and healthcare.
Ep. 326 - James Barnes, The Autobiographer
Q: Why do people do self-authoring? Why should people do it?
Self-authoring helps individuals understand their life experiences, build gratitude, and connect with others through meaningful storytelling.
Ep. 305 - Fragmented: Health Care and Data with Ilana Yurkiewicz
Q: What does the future of healthcare technology look like?
There's potential for partnerships between electronic health vendors and big tech companies to improve data interoperability and organization within healthcare systems.
Ep. 305 - Fragmented: Health Care and Data with Ilana Yurkiewicz
Q: What signs should you look for in a doctor to know if you're getting good care?
Look for a doctor who listens to you, asks follow-up questions, and engages in a shared decision-making process.
Ep. 305 - Fragmented: Health Care and Data with Ilana Yurkiewicz
Q: How can patients get better care when visiting a doctor?
Patients should not assume that their doctors have the full details of their medical history and should prepare a concise summary of their conditions to give their doctors context quickly.

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